Rolex Submariner Bluesy

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About the Rolex Submariner Bluesy

The Rolex Submariner Bluesy is the two-tone Rolesor Submariner Date with a blue dial and matching blue bezel, currently produced as reference 126613LB. Within the modern Submariner family, the Bluesy is the warm-toned counterpart to the all-steel 126610LN and the all-gold 126618LB, combining 904L Oystersteel with solid 18k yellow gold on the bezel, crown, and outer bracelet links. Pre-owned and unworn Rolex Submariner Bluesy watches at WatchGuys span four reference generations across more than 40 years of production. Every Submariner Bluesy is authenticated in-house, backed by a 2-year warranty, and ships overnight. Prices typically range from $10,000 to $22,000+ depending on reference, year, and condition.

For broader Bluesy editorial including the full naming history and four-generation comparison, see our Rolex Bluesy hub. For the current-generation two-tone Submariner Date family the Bluesy belongs to, see the Rolex Submariner 126613 collection. For the broader Submariner overview, see our Rolex Submariner page or the complete Rolex Submariner Buyer's Guide.

What Is the Rolex Submariner Bluesy?

The Rolex Submariner Bluesy is the collector nickname for any two-tone Rolesor Submariner Date fitted with a blue dial and a blue bezel. The case and bracelet combine 904L Oystersteel with solid 18k yellow gold on the bezel, crown, and outer bracelet links, while the dial and bezel insert share a deep royal blue. The "LB" suffix on the reference number stands for Lunette Bleue, French for blue bezel. Rolex itself does not use the Bluesy nickname, but it is universally recognized across dealer listings, auction catalogs, and watch media. The current model is the 126613LB, but the nickname applies to every blue-on-blue two-tone Submariner Rolex has produced since 1984.

Rolex Submariner Bluesy Reference Generations

The Bluesy spans four distinct reference generations. The Rolex 16803 (1984 to 1988) was the first two-tone Submariner Date and introduced the blue-on-blue configuration with an aluminum bezel insert and sapphire crystal. The Rolex 16613 and 16613LB (1988 to 2009) standardized the formula with the Caliber 3135 movement, retaining the aluminum bezel insert throughout its 21-year run. The 116613LB generation (2009 to 2020) was the first Bluesy with a ceramic Cerachrom bezel, the Maxi case, solid end links, and the Glidelock clasp. The current Rolex Submariner 126613LB (2020 to present) moves to a 41mm case with slimmer lugs and runs the newer Caliber 3235 with a 70-hour power reserve. One detail most buyers miss: the 116613LB uses gold dial text, while the 126613LB uses white.

Rolex Submariner Bluesy Specifications

The current 126613LB uses a 41mm Yellow Rolesor case combining 904L Oystersteel with solid 18k yellow gold. Inside, the Caliber 3235 features the patented Chronergy escapement, paramagnetic blue Parachrom hairspring, and Superlative Chronometer certification, accurate to within 2 seconds per day. Water resistance is rated to 300 meters (1,000 feet), with the Triplock screw-down crown and Oyster case construction handling the seal. The Oyster bracelet is fitted with the Glidelock clasp, allowing 2mm incremental adjustments without tools, plus the Fliplock diver's extension for wear over a wetsuit. The blue Cerachrom bezel insert features gold-coated graduations, and the Cyclops lens magnifies the date 2.5x.

Rolex Submariner Bluesy Price

Pre-owned Rolex Submariner Bluesy prices typically range from $10,000 to $22,000+. The aluminum-bezel 16613LB generally trades in the low to mid teens depending on year, condition, and whether the original bezel and factory polish are intact. The ceramic 116613LB sits in the mid to high teens, with unworn pieces pushing toward the top of the range. The current 126613LB commands the highest prices in the family, typically in the high teens to low twenties, reflecting both the updated 41mm case and continued waitlist pressure at authorized dealers. Box-and-papers completeness, dial text color (gold on 116613LB, white on 126613LB), and overall condition are the primary price drivers within each generation.

Bluesy vs. Smurf

The two blue Submariners most often compared are the Bluesy and the Rolex Smurf (ref. 116619LB). Both share the blue bezel and blue dial, but the Smurf is cased entirely in solid 18k white gold rather than two-tone Yellow Rolesor. The Smurf was produced from 2008 to 2020 in 40mm with the Caliber 3135 and is now discontinued, with current pre-owned pricing typically running $30,000 to $45,000+. The Bluesy is more accessible at $10,000 to $22,000+ and remains in production as the 126613LB. Buyers who want the warm-toned blue-and-gold aesthetic choose the Bluesy. Buyers who want the cooler, all-precious-metal blue-on-white-gold look choose the Smurf.

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Rolex Submariner Bluesy FAQ

• What is the Rolex Submariner Bluesy?

  The Rolex Submariner Bluesy is the collector nickname for any two-tone Rolesor Submariner Date fitted with a blue dial and a blue bezel. The case and bracelet combine 904L Oystersteel with solid 18k yellow gold on the bezel, crown, and outer bracelet links. The current model is reference 126613LB, but the nickname applies to every blue-on-blue two-tone Submariner Rolex has produced since 1984, spanning four reference generations from the original 16803 through the current 126613LB.

• Why is the Rolex Submariner called the Bluesy?

  The nickname is a straightforward collector description of the watch's defining feature, the deep blue dial and matching blue bezel. The term has been attached to two-tone blue Submariner Dates for more than 40 years and is used across all four reference generations. Rolex itself does not acknowledge the nickname, and the collector shorthand distinguishes the blue-on-blue two-tone configuration from the black-dial 126613LN and the full gold or full white gold Submariners.

• What references make up the Rolex Submariner Bluesy family?

  The Bluesy nickname applies to four distinct reference generations. The Rolex 16803 (1984 to 1988) was the first two-tone Submariner Date with an aluminum bezel and sapphire crystal. The Rolex 16613 and 16613LB (1988 to 2009) standardized the formula with the Caliber 3135. The 116613LB (2009 to 2020) was the first Bluesy with a ceramic Cerachrom bezel, Maxi case, solid end links, and Glidelock clasp. The current 126613LB (2020 to present) moves to a 41mm case with slimmer lugs and runs the newer Caliber 3235 with a 70-hour power reserve.

• How much does a Rolex Submariner Bluesy cost?

  Pre-owned Rolex Submariner Bluesy prices typically range from $10,000 to $22,000+. The aluminum-bezel 16613LB generally trades in the low to mid teens depending on year and condition. The ceramic 116613LB sits in the mid to high teens, with unworn pieces pushing toward the top of the range. The current 126613LB commands the highest prices, typically in the high teens to low twenties, reflecting both the updated 41mm case and continued waitlist pressure at authorized dealers.

• What is the difference between the 116613LB and the 126613LB?

  Both are two-tone Yellow Rolesor Submariner Dates with a blue dial and blue Cerachrom bezel, but they belong to different generations. The 116613LB was produced from 2009 to 2020 in a 40mm case with gold-colored dial text and runs the Caliber 3135 with a 48-hour power reserve. The 126613LB, introduced in 2020, uses a 41mm case with slimmer lugs and white dial text, and runs the newer Caliber 3235 with a 70-hour power reserve. Both share the Cerachrom bezel, Oyster bracelet, Glidelock clasp, and 300m water resistance.

• Is the Rolex Submariner Bluesy discontinued?

  No. The 126613LB remains in active Rolex production as of April 2026 and is the current-generation Bluesy. Authorized dealer allocation is limited, however, so most buyers turn to the pre-owned and unworn market to avoid waitlists. The previous 116613LB and the older 16613LB are discontinued and only available on the secondary market, but the Bluesy as a configuration has been continuously produced since 1984.

• Rolex Submariner Bluesy vs. Smurf: which should I buy?

  The Bluesy and the Smurf both share the blue dial and blue bezel, but the Smurf (ref. 116619LB) is cased entirely in solid 18k white gold rather than two-tone Yellow Rolesor. The Smurf was produced from 2008 to 2020 in 40mm and is now discontinued, with current pricing typically running $30,000 to $45,000+. The Bluesy is more accessible at $10,000 to $22,000+ and remains in production as the 126613LB. Choose the Bluesy for the warm blue-and-gold aesthetic; choose the Smurf for the cooler all-precious-metal blue-on-white-gold look.

• Is the Rolex Submariner Bluesy a good investment?

  The Bluesy has a 40-year track record of continuous production and steady collector demand, making it one of the more resilient two-tone Submariners in the pre-owned market. The current 126613LB consistently trades above retail due to limited authorized dealer allocation, and the discontinued 116613LB has held value well since leaving production. While no watch is a guaranteed investment, the Bluesy combines the broader Submariner's value-retention record with the niche appeal of a long-running configuration that Rolex has refined rather than abandoned.

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